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My First Board Book, Maori, For children c 0-2 years, Interest age: from c 3 years, Pre-school & kindergarten, Picture books
Name all the things you can see down by the sea in English and te reo Maori with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.
What can you see on a day at the beach? A sandcastle (pa kirikiri), some waves (ngaru), or a lifeguard (kaikauhauora)? A DAY AT THE BEACH is a fun and engaging seaside excursion that is perfect for Kiwi kids!
"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling
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Donovan Bixley
Donovan Bixley ONZM has sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his books in 31 countries and 18 languages, including te reo Maori. He has won awards for both his illustrating and writing and won the Children's Choice award in 2013. In 2021 he became an Officer of the Order of New Zealand. With over 100 books published, his unique style of illustration brings delight and joy to readers both young and old. He lives on the crater's edge of the greatest volcanic eruption in human history (also known as Lake Taupo, in New Zealand).
Music fills his spare time alongside his wife and three daughters.
www.donovanbixley.com
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